Pattern catalogs offer all kinds of jackets you can make, from casual fleece jackets to hooded windbreakers to suit and dress jackets. Jacket patterns come in lots of lengths, from cropped above the waist to hip length or longer. Jackets can have collars, cuffs and belts, or be plain and simple. In general, loose-fitting jackets with few pieces are easier to sew than fitted jackets with many pieces. How the jacket looks depends on the pattern and the fabric you choose. Polar fleece is wonderful for soft, warm jackets, and it comes in a wide variety of colors. Wool works well for suit jackets, and you may want to use a more waterproof fabric, such as nylon, for windbreakers and jackets with hoods. Evening jackets can be made from satin, or the same fabric as your dress. more »

Chesterfield, Burberry, Eisenhower, Nehru and Macintosh--these are not famous people, but names of jackets and coats. There is a wealth of variety and styles, since jackets and coats have always been around for a long time. You are really getting your money's worth from a jacket. more »

Letterman jackets are a staple of schools and organizations around the country.While some teams fashion their own jackets, many people create their own commemorative threads. A number of resources make it easy to personalize a jacket. more »

The jacket is the focal point of any suit. When buying a jacket, the things to consider include fit, occasion and personal taste. The single-breasted jacket has a single vertical row of buttons for front closure. The double-breasted jacket has two rows of buttons in vertical rows. A jacket with tails, or a tailcoat, is suitable for full-dress occasions. The cutaway jacket is short in the front and tapers to a longer, wider back. The semi-formal suit jacket is also called a stroller. A mandarin-style jacket has a stand-up collar and no lapels. more »

Yellow Jackets can provide nasty, painful stings to those unfortunate enough to be their victim. Yellow Jackets will swarm to attack humans. This can be very dangerous for those allergic to a Yellow Jacket sting. Never kill a Yellow Jacket anywhere near its’ nest because they release a chemical that will signal the other Yellow Jackets in the nest to attack. Yellow Jackets tend to build their nests in the ground. more »

A life jacket, or PFD, is an important safety precaution when you are on the water. Life jackets come in five different classifications, each useful for certain activities. more »

Learn how to pick a jacket when you are painting a leather jacket with expert craft design tips in this free video art lesson. more »

It's pretty easy to keep your leather jacket looking nice. Here are some do's and don'ts for taking care of a leather jacket. more »

A leather bomber jacket can be a treasured possession. A few measures can keep the jacket in pristine condition. more »